Fatal Fever : Tracking Down Typhoid Mary
by
Gail Jarrow
Book Details
Format
Hardback
Book Series
Deadly Diseases
ISBN-10
1620915979
ISBN-13
9781620915974
Publisher
Astra Publishing House
Imprint
Calkins Creek
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Mar 10th, 2015
Print length
192 Pages
Weight
844 grams
Dimensions
21.80 x 26.20 x 2.30 cms
KSh 3,400.00
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Learn about the 1907 outbreak of typhoid fever and "Typhoid Mary" in this book perfect to share with young readers interested in a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that recently gripped the entire world.
Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary". Read how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary, and young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to her and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author''s note, and source notes.
Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary". Read how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary, and young readers will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to her and the innocent typhoid victims. The book includes a glossary, timeline, list of well-known typhoid sufferers and victims, further resource section, author''s note, and source notes.
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